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Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario

1.5 of 5
150 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario L4N 1B2, Canada
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Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario
Ranked #17 of 20 hotels in Barrie
2.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
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Barrie, Ontario, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I went to the Howard Johnson hotel with my friend for a one night stay. The employee who we went to to check in gave us the room for $90 and he was very polite. We walked up the stairs and when we went in, I was immediately amazed. The room was VERY well kept and the sheets were so... More

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Miramichi, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2011
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This is certainly one one the worst motels and experiences I have had at one. The staff took 35 minutes at first to book in, then the room we were given smelled like someone had puked in it, the smell of cleaning fliuds was so strong I was upset in the stomach. I was offered a second upgraded room ,... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011
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people found this review helpful

Being a non-smoking couple, and noticing prevalent signage of this being a non-smoking hotel, the first thing that sparked our uncertainty about staying here, was the strong smell of smoke in the hotel office. When we inquired about this being a non-smoking building, the staff at the front desk reassured us that smoking was allowed outside only. He offered to... More

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Welland, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
1
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This was the worst hotel I have ever seen or stayed in. The room was filthy, the sheets and bedding were stained and I am certain they weren't laundered. Every hotel was booked for the CMT festival or I would have sacrificed the booking and been long gone... The staff were rude and dismissive as well. This experience was horrendous! More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
12 September 2011

First of all, thank you for your review. I am sorry that your stay with us was not ideal. If there was a problem with the cleanliness of the room, we would have been happy to change it right away. We are however, working on improving the quality of our cleaning staff, and are renovating our rooms so mishaps like... More

Barrie, Canada
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2011

The breakfast was great, and everything is very tidy in a room. The stuff is very helpful and friendly. The only problem is that my room was for non-smokers, but I still felt smoke. More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
12 September 2011

First of all, thank you for your kind words. However, I am sorry that your room had a smokey smell, the last users of the room most likely smoked outside the room, and brought the smell in with them. In the future please let us know as soon as you find a problem with the room and we will correct... More

St. Catharines, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Any BAD review here is legit. If this is the last hotel in Barrie, DO NOT stay there(which it probably will be since they turn away business). I attempted to stay at this hotel in june 2011. I had stayed there before, while visiting a friend. It is not the best place (was always kinda dirty), but convenient. I booked... More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
13 September 2011

I am sorry to hear that you had such difficulties when trying to stay with us. It is possible that there was a mishap between the reservation office and the main office that would have caused a misfile or such that would require the clerk to restart the booking from scratch. I am also sorry that you were refused a... More

Halifax, Nova Scotia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
78 helpful votes 78 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011
3
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Most of the reviews I have written for Trip Advisor are positive in nature; intended to identify a hidden gem or confirm why a place has such a high rating. Rarely is a negative review of much use because there are already so many good places identified by fellow travelers, but occasionally a place is so bad that there is... More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
12 September 2011

We are sorry that your first stay with Howard Johnson Barrie was not satisfactory. We have taken your comments on the state of the grounds seriously, and you may be happy to hear that extensive renovations on the property are underway. We hope that you return once again to see how your advice has helped us improve. More

Huntsville, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2011
6
people found this review helpful

I stayed here for 2 nights on business. Had booked on line for a cheap rate . The room was AWFUL - - -it was tiny, the carpet was filty and stained, the windows wire filthy, all of the door handles and door frames were crusty. There was even a phone number written in big , black numerals on the... More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
29 June 2011

I am sorry that your first experience with us was not satisfactory. While our cleaning staff works hard to make sure that each room is above expectations, I assume that the first room you were given was not cleaned by mistake. I am happy to hear that you were transferred to a proper room. We have taken your points about... More

Boston, Massachusetts
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This is a very affordable, conveniently located, clean and quiet hotel. Comfortable bed, good TV, and nice front desk people. Hotel offers coffee and bagels in the morning in the lobby, so no need to scrounge looking for first cup. Walking distance to a good Chinese buffet restaurant. All in all, I would definitely go there again, in fact, I... More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
29 June 2011

Thank you for your positive review, it is much appreciated. We look forward to seeing you again! More

Toronto, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Its easy to reach, located in downtown.....its peaceful and clean. I did not had any issue there...The staff is exceptional and co-operative. With Orientel express round the corner no need to go far for good food.Would recommend it to my friends. More

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B.J., General Manager at Howard Johnson Express Inn Barrie Ontario, responded to this review
29 June 2011

Thank you for your kind words, I will make sure to share your comments with the rest of the staff. We hope that you will stay with us again. More

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150 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario L4N 1B2, Canada
Price range (per night):* S$82 - 110

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